Crane Operator: NCCCO Certified
- Hemphill Construction Company, Inc.
- Florence, Mississippi
- Full Time
of the Position:
Responsible for operating lattice boom crawler crane. Applicants must pass a practical proficiency test. When not operating a crane, may also operate other construction equipment.
Essential Functions:
+ Unloading and assembling of crane with ground crew and mechanics.
+ Utilizes basic skills as a hook operator in swinging rig, raising and lowering crane boom, raising and lowering load lines on the crane.
+ Handles and places loads in a designated area in a safe and controlled manner.
+ Assists in determining critical load plans and crane stability.
+ Inspects crane daily prior to operation and keeps records of safety and operation checks in the provided crane field book.
+ Recognizes safety concerns and problems in regards to worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, operation safety of air hammer and/or vibrating hammer, and others.
+ Work cooperatively with the crew to accomplish tasks;
+ Maintain tools and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use;
+ Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety and other skills.
+ Operate other construction equipment as required.
+ Consistently monitor and maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
+ Maintain a clean and safe work environment to include equipment operated.
+ Trains and mentors other workers on operating equipment, safety requirements and other construction processes.
+ Other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
+ Operation of lattice-boom or hydraulic cranes. Pile-driving experience is preferred but not required.
+ Be able to read, understand and use crane load charts.
+ Rigging knowledge is a must.
+ Proven ability to work on heavy civil projects.
+ Thorough knowledge of applicable safety precautions.
+ Ability to work under general supervision according to work schedule.
+ Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
+ Good communication skills to coordinate workflow with other crew members.
Required Education, Training and Experience:
+ NCCCO certification is required.
+ Valid appropriate state drivers license (general operator license) required; Class A or B CDL strongly preferred.
Work Environment:
+ Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
+ Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
+ Noise level is generally loud.
Responsible for operating lattice boom crawler crane. Applicants must pass a practical proficiency test. When not operating a crane, may also operate other construction equipment.
Essential Functions:
+ Unloading and assembling of crane with ground crew and mechanics.
+ Utilizes basic skills as a hook operator in swinging rig, raising and lowering crane boom, raising and lowering load lines on the crane.
+ Handles and places loads in a designated area in a safe and controlled manner.
+ Assists in determining critical load plans and crane stability.
+ Inspects crane daily prior to operation and keeps records of safety and operation checks in the provided crane field book.
+ Recognizes safety concerns and problems in regards to worn cables, worn bands on hoisting mechanisms, broken gears, housing, operation safety of air hammer and/or vibrating hammer, and others.
+ Work cooperatively with the crew to accomplish tasks;
+ Maintain tools and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use;
+ Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety and other skills.
+ Operate other construction equipment as required.
+ Consistently monitor and maintain compliance with all safety policies, procedures and regulations.
+ Maintain a clean and safe work environment to include equipment operated.
+ Trains and mentors other workers on operating equipment, safety requirements and other construction processes.
+ Other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
+ Operation of lattice-boom or hydraulic cranes. Pile-driving experience is preferred but not required.
+ Be able to read, understand and use crane load charts.
+ Rigging knowledge is a must.
+ Proven ability to work on heavy civil projects.
+ Thorough knowledge of applicable safety precautions.
+ Ability to work under general supervision according to work schedule.
+ Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
+ Good communication skills to coordinate workflow with other crew members.
Required Education, Training and Experience:
+ NCCCO certification is required.
+ Valid appropriate state drivers license (general operator license) required; Class A or B CDL strongly preferred.
Work Environment:
+ Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
+ Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
+ Noise level is generally loud.
Job ID: 483735055
Originally Posted on: 7/2/2025
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